Chapter 6: The Crimson trap (18+)
Arthur led Valentina across the east courtyard toward his chambers. The area was bright with moonlight. Although he was tired, he remained watchful.
Everything had changed when she revealed she knew he was an incubus. He now faced a critical question: Would she help improve his position, or would she become his enemy and reveal his secret to others?
[Warning: Energy level critical at 25/100]
[Combat Mode unavailable due to insufficient energy]
[Recommendation: Harvest energy before confrontation]
"Your rooms are very far from where the royal family lives," Valentina said quietly as they walked down the empty hallway. "That must be helpful for your secret activities."
"My father likes to keep people who disappoint him far away," Arthur answered as they moved through the marble corridor. "Though now I think this arrangement works better for me than for him."
As they continued walking, Arthur saw small red sparks flickering between Valentina's fingers. He realized she was preparing blood magic, ready to use it if needed. She had come prepared for any possible danger.
Her riding outfit, practical black leather that hugged her curves while allowing freedom of movement, further confirmed she expected this encounter might involve both pleasure and combat.
"Tell me, prince," she asked while looking at his face, "when did you actually change? Was it during the attack when someone tried to kill you, or did it happen earlier? People at court are talking about your sudden change."
"Maybe I was always like this and just waiting for the right time," Arthur replied carefully, watching how she would respond.